1994 Fiat Tempra vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1994 Fiat Tempra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1955 Peugeot 403 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Peugeot 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Fiat Tempra (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Tempra | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Tempra | 403 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |